Full Stack PHP Engineer

Johannesburg, Gauteng
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

What we doBlue Bean Software is a premier custom software and product development IT company, delivering custom-made solutions for large enterprises as well as dynamic start-ups.We pride ourselves in taking on and solving complex problems as well as high stake projects through the use of a balanced combination between tech savvy and a deep understanding of a client's needs.We have a prominent presence in the financial services industry and have started to branch out into other industries such as agritech and healthtech.Who we areAt Blue Bean Software, we believe in creating an environment where like-minded software engineers are able to express themselves freely and pursue their individual and professional growth. We further encourage individuals to master their respective skill sets whilst effectively working within teams to overcome challenges and accomplish set goals.At Blue Bean Software, we firmly believe in maintaining a culture of self-motivation, integrity and trust to drive productivity.How we workWe have a flat organisational structure and value collaboration between our teams. We further believe in empowering individual team members to ensure agile decision-making and streamlined communication across all teams to deliver efficient and effective customer service at all times.Role OverviewWe're on the lookout for a Full Stack PHP Engineer who's confident working with Laravel and excited to explore other areas of the stack. Whether your strengths lie in frontend frameworks, DevOps tools, testing, or databases—we're all for it. Your ability to flex across different technologies will be a big asset in this role.We're open to developers at a junior to intermediate level who are ready to take initiative, work collaboratively, and grow alongside a supportive teamKey Responsibilities

Develop and maintain full-stack web applications using PHP and Laravel
Build clean, interactive frontends using JavaScript and/or TypeScript frameworks such as Vue.js, React, or Angular
Design and consume RESTful APIs
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, user-centred solutions
Troubleshoot bugs and performance issues across the stack
Contribute to code reviews, stand-ups, and agile delivery practices
Assist with third-party integrations and system improvements

Your skills and experience:

1-3 years of experience working with PHP and Laravel

Proficiency in JavaScript, with exposure to at least one modern frontend framework (Vue.js, React, Angular)
Familiarity with TypeScript is a strong plus.
Experience with MySQL or similar relational databases
Understanding of MVC architecture and object-oriented design
Experience with version control tools like Git

Additional InformationAdvantageous:

Experience with Docker, CI/CD pipelines,
Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
Understanding of application monitoring and logging tools
Exposure to infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g. Terraform, CloudFormation)

Exposure to generative AI tools (e.g. GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, AI-assisted testing or documentation tools)

Competencies:

Ability to give input into innovative solutions
Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines
Self-motivated and a self-starter
Ability to work in a team environment

A passion for clean code and continuous improvement

Why Join Us?Work across the stack and shape meaningful softwareGrow your skills alongside a collaborative and capable engineering teamBe encouraged to experiment, explore, and stay current with new tools and practicesContribute to a team that values curiosity, initiative, and clean, scalable code

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